Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
San Diego and Vancouver Whitecaps drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Duah 40′ (o.g.), I. Pilcher 79′. 5 yellow cards were shown. San Diego had 62% possession while Vancouver Whitecaps held 38%. San Diego had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Vancouver Whitecaps. Expected goals: San Diego 1.10 — Vancouver Whitecaps 1.83. San Diego made 1 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Hirving Lozano 63′).
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego and Vancouver Whitecaps — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: L. Bombino
Match Statistics
San Diego had 62% possession against Vancouver Whitecaps's 38%. San Diego registered 17 shots (6 on target) while Vancouver Whitecaps managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 10–2. Fouls committed: 2–20.
Lineups
San Diego lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Michael Anthony Varas, while Vancouver Whitecaps deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jesper Ingemann Sørensen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego is 6.97, compared to 7.01 for Vancouver Whitecaps. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. San Diego's highest-rated starter is A. Dreyer (7.62), while Vancouver Whitecaps's best-rated player is S. Berhalter (7.83).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 10 goals and 12 assists this season, led by A. Dreyer (6G). Vancouver Whitecaps's starters account for 22 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by B. White (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 6.69 on average, against Vancouver Whitecaps's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
San Diego field 3 midfielders averaging 7.25, versus Vancouver Whitecaps's 5 rated 7.18. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
San Diego start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.62, compared to 1 for Vancouver Whitecaps averaging 7.06. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 88% for San Diego and 82% for Vancouver Whitecaps. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
San Diego's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Vancouver Whitecaps. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of San Diego's starting XI is 24.4 (youngest: O. Verhoeven (19), oldest: J. Tverskov (32)), while Vancouver Whitecaps average 25.8 (youngest: J. Badwal (19), oldest: Y. Takaoka (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
San Diego's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 12 for Vancouver Whitecaps. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Michael Anthony Varas
Substitutes
Coach: Jesper Ingemann Sørensen
Rivalry since 2025
San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps Head to Head Results· 3
San Diego and Vancouver Whitecaps have met 3 times — San Diego won 1, Vancouver Whitecaps won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Vancouver Whitecaps leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 18 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (8 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego have recorded 1 win, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Vancouver Whitecaps show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026